Essays of Elia: Volume One and Two

Lamb, Charles

Published by G.P. Putnam's Sons, The Knickerbocker Press, New York

About this Item

Charles Lamb, one of the most engaging personal essayists of all time, began publishing his unforgettable, entertaining Elia essays in the London Magazine; they were so immediately popular that a book-length collection was published. Inventing the persona of "Elia" allowed Lamb to be shockingly honest and to gain a playful distance for self-examination. The resulting essays touch upon a wide range of compelling subjects from the deliciously humorous "Dissertation upon Roast Pig" to the poignantly reflective "New Year's Eve." Yet collectively they also comprise a fascinating personal memoir, veiled under the pseudonymous disguise of Elia. Off-white leather, all edges gilt, gilt decorations with title on front panel, spine. Darkening to edges, spine. Old signature on ffep dated 1918. Two vols. 4" - 5¾". Seller Inventory # 276534

Bibliographic Details

Title: Essays of Elia: Volume One and Two

Publisher: G.P. Putnam's Sons, The Knickerbocker Press, New York

Binding: Hardcover

Condition: Near Fine

Book Type: book